Comparison

Coves vs Tiny Habits Tracker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Coves

This app helps you track study time and progress for exams. It breaks down large goals into manageable tasks, schedules them, and logs your focused study sessions. Review your progress with clear data to ensure you've done enough to succeed.

Highlights
  • Break down large study goals into tasks
  • Schedule tasks onto specific dates
  • Log focused study time and duration
  • Review progress by subject
  • Pomodoro and countdown timers
  • White noise for focus
  • Apple Watch and widget synchronization
Features
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The worst part of exam prep is not working hard - it is not knowing whether you have done enough. Why do you ace physics? Because the total hours added up - quantity turned into quality. Why do the words stick? Because of those two focused hours, every day. SAT, AP, finals, bar exam, USMLE: it all comes down to one question - have you done enough? coves is the tool that records that quantity and shows it back to you. WHAT IT DOES INSTEAD OF YOU • Break down: turn one big goal (say, calculus) into tasks you can finish today • Schedule: drop those tasks onto real dates, so the plan exists before the week starts • Measure: log what you actually did - how much, how long you focused • Review: plan and reality side by side, so you see which subject is short HOW FAR YOU ARE: NUMBERS BEAT FEELING Total hours for maths, total hours for vocabulary, completion per subject - counted and shown separately. Enough quantity and the result follows. You will see it in your own numbers. WHILE YOU STUDY, IT KEEPS YOU SEATED Pomodoro, countdown, white noise - one tap and you are in focus mode. When it ends, it logs straight into the day's total. No catch-up later. Widgets and Apple Watch stay in sync. coves is the study tool for exam prep: break down, schedule, measure, review - one loop, closed. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS coves Membership offers a monthly subscription ($2.99/month), a yearly subscription ($19.99/year), and a lifetime purchase ($29.99). Subscriptions auto-renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://www.softwindlab.com/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.softwindlab.com/products/coves/terms YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS No account, no ads, no analytics. We don't collect your name, phone number or location, and we never upload what you record - it stays on this device and in your own iCloud.

About

Tiny Habits Tracker

Build sustainable routines with a science-backed habit tracker. Integrate time management tools like the Pomodoro Technique to enhance focus and discipline for study, work, and personal goals. Visualize your progress with detailed feedback and journaling.

Highlights
  • Science-backed habit formation
  • Pomodoro Technique integration
  • Visual progress tracking
  • Study and health goal management
  • Focus mode with app locking
  • Customizable habit plans
  • Journaling and reflection tools
Features
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Tiny Habits is a habit-tracking app based on scientific habit formation theories, incorporating key concepts from “Mini Habits” by Stephen Guise and “Atomic Habits” by James Clear. By starting with small, achievable habits, you can gradually build long-term, sustainable routines. The app integrates the Pomodoro Technique to combine time management and focus training, helping you stay efficient and self-disciplined in study, work, and daily life. ===Why Choose Tiny Habits=== 1、Backed by Science: Built on proven theories from Mini Habits and Atomic Habits for effective habit formation. 2、Precision Time Management: Combines the Pomodoro Technique with a time-tracking system to help manage schedules, enhance focus, and develop deep work habits. 3、Visual Progress Feedback: Detailed tracking and data analysis help you monitor progress and optimize habit-building strategies. 4、Comprehensive Self-Discipline Training: Supports study tracking, health goals, and lifestyle improvements to eliminate procrastination and build positive habits. ===What Can You Track with Tiny Habits=== 1、Study Tracking: Track study hours for exams, reading, and certifications. 2、Health & Fitness: Manage weight loss, exercise, running, yoga, and sleep habits. 3、Focus & Deep Work: Use the Pomodoro Timer to improve concentration and eliminate distractions. 4、Self-Improvement: Set reminders for hydration, budgeting, and daily planning. 5、Journaling & Reflection: Record daily habit progress to reinforce long-term growth. ===Key Features=== 1、Smart Habit Management – Customize habit plans with flexible tracking options. 2、Time Management & Reminders – Use Pomodoro Timers, countdowns, and alerts to stay on track. 3、Progress Tracking & Reflection – Daily, weekly, and monthly reports with journaling features. 4、Goal Tracking & Countdown – Keep important milestones visible to maintain motivation. 5、Focus Mode (App Locking) – Minimize distractions and improve productivity. 6、Widgets & Study Room – Quick access to habit tracking and personal study space. 7、Ad-Free & Minimalist Design – Clean, distraction-free experience focused on productivity. Description of Automatic Renewal Service for Tiny Habits Members 【Subscription cycle】 Continuous annual subscription (1 year) 【Subscription price】 The automatic renewal fee for continuous annual membership is 38 yuan/year 【Payment】 Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. 【Automatic Renewal】 The renewal fee will be charged from your iTunes account 24 hours before the expiration of the current subscription period, and one subscription period will be extended after the deduction is successful. [Cancel Automatic Renewal] If you need to cancel the subscription, please manually open the iOS "Settings" --> click "Apple ID", select to view "Apple ID", enter the account settings page, click "Subscribe", and cancel the subscription. This subscription will automatically renew if it is not closed at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period. 【Member Service Agreement】 https://xrc.xianbeikeji.com/xiaorichangvip.html 【Privacy Policy】 https://xrc.xianbeikeji.com/privacy_daily.html

Screenshots

Coves4 screens
Tiny Habits Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tiny Habits Tracker at 4.7 against Coves's 4.2. Tiny Habits Tracker also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 67%) and ratings volume (106 vs 11). Coves's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Coves sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Tiny Habits Tracker sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tiny Habits Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tiny Habits Tracker has 106 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Coves's written reviews are positive against 86% of Tiny Habits Tracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Coves ships an update every 3 weeks, Tiny Habits Tracker fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Coves versus Tiny Habits Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCovesTiny Habits Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (11 ratings)4.7 (106 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews85.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11106 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer朋 潘xiaorichang Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Coves

All ratings11 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Tiny Habits Tracker

All ratings106 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral0.9%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews199 reviews
Positive85.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative7.5%

Bugs and requests

Coves

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Tiny Habits Tracker

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Widget bugs on iPhone, icons disappear
  • Habit color changes automatically after modification
  • Photo upload fails
  • App crashes when adding new habits on iOS 13.1.1
  • Data loss after update and reinstallation
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  • Payment successful but still shows as non-member
  • Unable to bind account after purchasing VIP
  • Widget functionality issues

Requested features

9 requests
  • Widget functionality without opening app
  • Date countdown function
  • Ability to record private diary entries
  • More detailed habit statistics
  • Feature to track accumulated hours per habit
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  • Comparison of days persisted vs. total days established for habits
  • More features in the future
  • Adaptation to dark mode
  • Dedicated iPad UI

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Coves

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Annual3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$29.99
11 purchases

Tiny Habits Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Subscribe Month Membership$1.991 Month
  • Subscribe Year Membership7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time9
  • Month Membership$0.99
  • 小习惯季度会员$1.99
  • 3 Month Membership$1.99
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  • 小习惯半年会员$2.99
  • 3 Year Membership$7.99
  • 小习惯永久会员限时优惠$9.99
  • Life Membership$12.99
  • Year Membership$19.99
  • Life Membership$24.99

Questions

Is Coves free?
Coves is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tiny Habits Tracker free?
Tiny Habits Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Coves or Tiny Habits Tracker?
Tiny Habits Tracker is rated higher. Coves averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Tiny Habits Tracker averages 4.7 from 106 ratings.
Do Coves or Tiny Habits Tracker have ads?
Tiny Habits Tracker shows ads; Coves does not.
Which is updated more often, Coves or Tiny Habits Tracker?
Coves ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tiny Habits Tracker fortnightly. Most recently, Coves was updated on November 2, 2026 and Tiny Habits Tracker on November 2, 2026.

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